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Soap Stars React to the Death of Y&R’s Kristoff St. John!

The Young and the Restless fan favorite, Kristoff St. John (Neil Winters) passed away at the age of 52. The actor was found dead in his home by a friend according to reports. Since the news of his passing broke, current and former soap stars have all weighed in with touching reactions. Check it out…

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The Young and the Restless fan favorite, Kristoff St. John (Neil Winters) passed away at the age of 52. The actor was found dead in his home by a friend according to reports. Since the news of his passing broke, current and former soap stars have all weighed in with touching reactions. Check it out below!

Angell Conwell (Ex-Leslie) told PEOPLE, “I truly hope that Kristoff knows how much he was lo and adored. His smile lit up any room. We shared so many laughs. Thank you courageously trailblazing. Your talent, your humor and your compassionate heart will not soon be forgotten.“

Tracey Bregman – Lauren Baldwin
Sasha Calle – Lola Rosales
Jason Canela – Arturo Rosales
Lexie Stevenson – Mattie Ashby
Elizabeth Hendrickson
Noemi Gonzalez – Mia Rosales
Briana Nicole Henry – Jordan Ashford, GH

 

🥀💔We have lost a very special person. I woke up to the news that a good friend, Kristoff St. John, has passed. I don’t even know what to say💔….may God grant him peace. My heart goes out to him, his family and all that were close. ❤ Kristoff was an extremely charismatic, funny, humble and talented man who had an extraordinary acting career that spanned decades. His body of work, the wonderful memories and stories he has given us all will live on forever. 🙏God bless you, Kristoff. ❤You are with your boy now❤🙏 Love you, bud. You will definitely be missed here. Until we meet again and swap stories, old friend! So Much Love❤🌷 . . . . . #restinpeace #kristoffstjohn #respect #friend #brother #actor #artist #talentedmotherfucker #liveon #heaven #peace #godbless #surrender #loveeachother #youngandrestless #sadday #angel #gotyourwings
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I met Kristoff the day before my audition test for General Hospital. We were at a juice bar in Calabasas. When I saw him, I knew immediately who he was. You see, I had kind of grown up with this man in my living room so I felt as if I had already known him. But I didn’t. I had now idea that he was this kind and incredibly generous man. So, there I was. Standing behind him in line when I finally said “My mom loves you on Young and the Restless”. (I meant to say I love you on Y&R) He smiled and said to tell my mom thanks for watching. We stood there in silence looking at the juice menu. Should I tell him that I’m testing for GH tomorrow? Sweaty arms pits and heart racing I told him. He replied, “That’s amazing!” And without skipping a beat he asked, “Do you have the scenes with you? I said yes but they’re in the car. He told me to go grab them and he would work with me if I wanted to! Um….ya!! He’s got over 30 years in soaps. I ran to my car and came back. He did not know me at all but he took the time to sit with me over lunch and break down my audition scenes with me. I have no doubt that the notes he gave and the suggestions he told me helped me land the role of Jordan. For the next four years, we would speak periodically, give each other that knowing smile and hug at events. He was always so warm, honest, and just so damn supportive. Even with all that he had to face. Thank you Kristoff for everything you were and what you gave to this planet. You are a kind spirit who is with your son now. I’ll miss you. #ripkristoffstjohn 👑
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I’ve been thinking for awhile what to say. How to express my love and gratitude for Kristoff in my life. I don’t know if I can ever fully express how my heart feels. I’m so heartbroken. I’m mad, sad, confused…but I understand. I’m thankful you’re not in pain anymore, such a deep pain that no one could understand. No parent should have to bury their child, I’m sorry you had to. I’m sorry you’ve been hurting so much… You were one of a kind. I’ll never forget you were the first person who took me under your wing when I joined Y&R. You were the one who when I had my screen test, you helped me, made me feel connected and comfortable. I know part of the reason why I even got a role that changed my life forever is because of you. Your goofiness, openness, and genuine love and care you showed for other people was never overlooked. You treated me like your real daughter over the past 17 years. Between our deep conversations about religion to your goofy dad jokes, you’ve always had a special place in my heart. A place where a father should have been…I’m grateful I got to know you and share some of my most important moments of life with you. You will never be forgotten. I love you. I love you…💔
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It came and went today, a heavy, undulating feeling of loss. I’m sad. I wish I had one more talk with him. I regret the one I could have had, but didn’t. I was with you after your boy passed. My girl was just born. You put your arms around me, at first I held you, then realized you were the one holding me. You said, “just watch em’. don’t take your eyes off em for a second.” I’ve thought about that probably every day since that moment. Stoff and I did an event together, just him and I. Four hours on the plane went by like it was 20 minutes. Not a moment of silence. I knew we got each other. It wasn’t until that weekend, when watching you minute by minute, hour after hour, that special connection I “knew” we shared… that was just you man. You made everyone feel that way. I got some bad news that trip. You took me down to the gym, you talked me through it. We got a drink. Played some cards. I remember thinking, I wish it could be like this between us always. Knowing that we’ll have to get back to life once the weekend is over. We talked about making a short film. You really wanted a pig to be in it. You kept saying, “dude! I’ve got a pig!” I said, “Ok Stoff! Let’s shoot the pig!”. On the flight back we talked about your film. We talked about your kids. Your home. Your life. You let me have a small piece of you. I thank you for that. You texted me the next day, and said, “boys for life now.” Then sent me a gross pic. I was inducted. I for one can’t imagine a scenario where you aren’t playing ball with your boy right now Stoff. Truly wish I had one more trip with you. Find peace my friend. You deserve it.
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Oh the words. I don’t even know where to begin. Well, like many, I have know Neil Winters for most of my childhood. But when I grew up, I had the honour of meeting & working with Kristoff St. John. “July 15th!”, was the very first thing he said to me, because he found out that we shared a birthday. That was Kristoff, he always found a way to connect with you. He took me under his wing and instantly made me feel at home. In many ways, I am who I am, because of Neil and Kristoff. You inspired me, as a child and guided me, as a woman and I am forever grateful to have known you. You were bright and funny and truly, one of a kind. I will miss that infectious smile, that open heart and that beautiful spirt. Sending all of my love to your girls and your entire family. Thank you for letting me be a part of your incredible life, and for touching mine in so many ways. You will always be in my heart Stoff. Gone, but never, ever forgotten. Love you ❤️❤️❤️
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Jeez… RIP brother… @kristoffstjohn I remember seeing him in the halls one day and he was wearing a shirt that said “F#cking Actors” on the front and on the back it said “Always late, Never prepared”… And I cracked up!!! I said “Kristoff that is hilarious man! Where did you get that?!” And he said “These? I made em! You want one?” And I said “Yeah! Absolutely!” He said “hold on” and in less than 5 minutes he ran back to his dressing room, grabbed one and came back to give me one!! (Two actually! He didn’t know if I wanted a medium or a large)… But to me, that’s the kind of guy he was… Kind, Fun, Funny, and willing to run back to his dressing room to give you the shirt off his back (In this case dressing room, but you get the idea…) Too soon man, way too soon… our thoughts and prayers go out to his family… we all loved him… gonna miss you buddy… 😔 #RIP
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Today will be the last episode blessed with your talent and presence to air on @youngandrestlesscbs but everyone who had to pleasure to know you and work with you will surely make sure you presence lives on. I being one of them! You took a lot on your shoulders to give people like me a chance to be on screen and respected behind the cameras as well on set. He took me to the side my first day and made sure my mind was on point and that I stayed focused on the task at hand for myself and others that will come after me. Then blessed me with his classic shower of jokes and laughter that we all appreciated. I will forever appreciate the encounters we shared and the life that you shared. You told me what you saw in my future and I look forward to recalling that and shouting out your prophecy, that came true. God Bless You and THANK YOU!! @kristoffstjohn Sending constant prayers for your family and loved ones #BlessIt

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